Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Romeoville, IL

William Charles Construction is expanding it's operations team and now hiring a Quality Control Manager to support our heavy civil transportation projects.

The Manager of Quality Control is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Quality Management System (QMS) for heavy civil transportation projects delivered for state and federal agencies, including the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), and Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). This role ensures all work complies with contract requirements, DOT specifications, regulatory standards, and company policies while promoting a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Company Overview

With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our “Do it Right the First Time” work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management, and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects. 

William Charles Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).  

Quality Management & Regulatory Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) for multi-state heavy civil transportation projects
• Ensure compliance with IDOT, INDOT, and MoDOT Standard Specifications, supplemental specifications, engineering policy guides, manuals, and project-specific special provisions
• Ensure adherence to applicable FHWA, AASHTO, ASTM, and state and federal regulatory requirements
• Review, approve, and oversee project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCPs)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related matters with DOT representatives, owners, and third-party auditors

Project Oversight & Execution

• Provide quality leadership and oversight for highways, bridges, interstates, transit, and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Coordinate with DOT project engineers, district staff, inspectors, and materials personnel across multiple states
• Oversee inspection, testing, materials certification, and documentation required for agency acceptance
• Identify quality risks and support corrective and preventive actions, including nonconformance reporting and root cause analysis
• Interpret specifications and plans relating to contractor’s quality
• Coordinate with field QA and QC testers for all required testing
• Maintain all testing records and quality control documentation

Audits, Reporting & Documentation

• Lead internal quality audits and support external DOT audits and reviews
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant quality documentation and reporting in accordance with agency requirements
• Track quality performance metrics, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare executive-level reports on quality performance, compliance, and risk mitigation

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Control Managers, inspectors, and testing personnel across multiple projects
• Establish training programs focused on DOT requirements, quality procedures, and best practices
• Promote a proactive quality culture emphasizing “right-the-first-time” execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned across the organization

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combined technical and work experience
• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a strong focus on transportation projects
• 5+ years of experience in a senior quality management or leadership role
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for IDOT, INDOT, MoDOT, or other state DOTs

Certifications & Technical Knowledge

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Certifications such as IDOT INDOT MODOT Level III certifications, or similar strongly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of DOT materials testing, inspection procedures, and acceptance requirements
• Strong understanding of quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance in a multi-state environment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret complex contract documents and technical specifications
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with quality documentation systems and reporting tools
• Ability to travel to project sites across multiple states as required

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field-based work on active construction sites
• Travel within Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Targeted compensation $110,000-140,000 / year, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combined technical and work experience
• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a strong focus on transportation projects
• 5+ years of experience in a senior quality management or leadership role
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for IDOT, INDOT, MoDOT, or other state DOTs

Certifications & Technical Knowledge

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Certifications such as IDOT INDOT MODOT Level III certifications, or similar strongly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of DOT materials testing, inspection procedures, and acceptance requirements
• Strong understanding of quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance in a multi-state environment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret complex contract documents and technical specifications
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with quality documentation systems and reporting tools
• Ability to travel to project sites across multiple states as required

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field-based work on active construction sites
• Travel within Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Targeted compensation $110,000-140,000 / year, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

#LI-TM1

#LI-Onsite